CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.11-12.1b Work with peers to promote civil, democratic discussions and decision-making, set clear goals and deadlines, and establish individual roles as needed CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.11-12.4 Present information, findings, and supporting evidence, conveying a clear and distinct perspective, such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning,
alternative or opposing perspectives are addressed, and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and a range of formal and informal tasks CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.11-12.5 Make strategic use of digital media (e.g., textual, graphical, audio, visual, and interactive elements) in presentations to enhance
understanding of findings, reasoning, and evidence and to add interest. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.11-12.1e Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most
significant for a specific purpose and audience.
Science:
Bio.1.1 - Understand the relationship between the structures and functions of cells and their organelles.
Bio.1.1.2 - Compare prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells in terms of their general structure(plasma membrane and genetic materials) and degree of complexity. Bio.1.2 - Analyze the cell as a living system.
Bio.1.2.3 - Explain how specific cell adaptations help cells survive in particular environments (focus on unicellular organisms). Bio.3.4 - Explain the theory of evolution by natural selection as a mechanism for how species change over time.
Bio.3.4.3 - Explain how various disease agents (bacteria, viruses, chemicals) can influence natural selection
Math:
FLE.4 For exponential models, express as a logarithm the solution to abct = d where a, c, and d are numbers and the base b is 2, 10, or e; evaluate the logarithm using technology. ACED.1 Create equations and inequalities in one variable and use them to solve problems. Include equations arising fromlinear and quadratic functions, and simple rational and exponential functions. FIF.7.E Graph functions expressed symbolically and show key features of the graph, by hand in simple cases and using technology for more complicated cases. e. Graph exponential and logarithmic functions, showing intercepts and end behavior, and trigonometric functions, showing period, midline, and amplitude. FIF.8.B Write a function defined by an expression in different but equivalent forms to reveal and explain different properties of the function. b. Use the properties of exponents to interpret expressions for exponential functions. For example, identify percent rate of change in functions such as y = (1.02)t, y = (0.97)t, y = (1.01)12t, y = (1.2)t/10, and classify them as representing exponential growth or decay.
Objectives
Students will be able to:
create and facilitate the growth of a bacterial culture
create and present a comprehensive reflection on their scientific and mathematical findings through a multimedia presentation
make connections between disciplines when compiling data
collaboratively work with other students to develop a mathematical model displaying scientific data
create a collaborative storyboard in preparation for their EduCreations presentation
share and edit a Google Presentation
Learning Activities
The learning activities are outlined in this lab information sheet. This includes day by day instructions for the lesson.
Students will use DataAnlaysis to document their bacterial growth data and then display a mathematical graph to derive future predictions about bacteria populations. The graph will also be saved as a data supplement for their presentation. Using EduCreations students will develop a multimedia presentation in lieu of a traditional scientific lab report. These presentations will be embedded on the classroom wiki for peer evaluation.
Collaboration
Students will work in heterogeneous collaborative groups to conduct the lab, create mathematical model and a multimedia presentation. Peer review of projects encourages classroom wide collaboration.
ISTE NETS-T
Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity: Teachers use their knowledge of subject matter, teaching and learning, and technology to facilitate experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and innovation in both face-to-face and virtual environments.
Promote, support, and model creative and innovative thinking and inventiveness.
Promote student reflection using collaborative tools to reveal and clarify students’ conceptual understanding and thinking, planning, and creative processes.
Model collaborative knowledge construction by engaging in learning with students, colleagues, and others in face-to-face and virtual environments
Design and Develop Digital Age Learning Experiences and Assessments: Teachers design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessment incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in the NETS·S.
Design or adapt relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity.
Develop technology-enriched learning environments that enable all students to pursue their individual curiosities and become active participants in setting their own educational goals, managing their own learning, and assessing their own progress.
Customize and personalize learning activities to address students’ diverse learning styles, working strategies, and abilities using digital tools and resources.
Provide students with multiple and varied formative and summative assessments aligned with content and technology standards and use resulting data to inform learning and teaching.
Model Digital Age Work and Learning: Teachers exhibit knowledge, skills, and work processes representative of an innovative professional in a global and digital society.
Demonstrate fluency in technology systems and the transfer of current knowledge to new technologies and situations.
Collaborate with students, peers, parents, and community members using digital tools and resources to support student success and innovation.
Communicate relevant information and ideas effectively to students, parents, and peers using a variety of digital age media and formats.
Model and facilitate effective use of current and emerging digital tools to locate, analyze, evaluate, and use information resources to support research and learning.
Promote and Model Digital Citizenship and Responsibility: Teachers understand local and global societal issues and responsibilities in an evolving digital culture and exhibit legal and ethical behavior in their professional practices.
Advocate, model, and teach safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology, including respect for copyright, intellectual property, and the appropriate documentation of sources.
Address the diverse needs of all learners by using learner-centered strategies providing equitable access to appropriate digital tools and resources.
Promote and model digital etiquette and responsible social interactions related to the use of technology and information.
Develop and model cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with colleagues and students of other cultures using digital age communication and collaboration tools.
Assessment
The assessment will be the collaborative groups multimedia presentation and the following details the project:
Curriculum Standards
Literacy Standards
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.11-12.1b Work with peers to promote civil, democratic discussions and decision-making, set clear goals and deadlines, and establish individual roles as neededCCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.11-12.4 Present information, findings, and supporting evidence, conveying a clear and distinct perspective, such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning,
alternative or opposing perspectives are addressed, and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and a range of formal and informal tasks
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.11-12.5 Make strategic use of digital media (e.g., textual, graphical, audio, visual, and interactive elements) in presentations to enhance
understanding of findings, reasoning, and evidence and to add interest.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.11-12.1e Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most
significant for a specific purpose and audience.
Science:
Bio.1.1 - Understand the relationship between the structures and functions of cells and their organelles.Bio.1.1.2 - Compare prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells in terms of their general structure(plasma membrane and genetic materials) and degree of complexity.
Bio.1.2 - Analyze the cell as a living system.
Bio.1.2.3 - Explain how specific cell adaptations help cells survive in particular environments (focus on unicellular organisms).
Bio.3.4 - Explain the theory of evolution by natural selection as a mechanism for how species change over time.
Bio.3.4.3 - Explain how various disease agents (bacteria, viruses, chemicals) can influence natural selection
Math:
FLE.4 For exponential models, express as a logarithm the solution to abct = d where a, c, and d are numbers and the base b is 2, 10, or e; evaluate the logarithm using technology.ACED.1 Create equations and inequalities in one variable and use them to solve problems. Include equations arising from linear and quadratic functions, and simple rational and exponential functions.
FIF.7.E Graph functions expressed symbolically and show key features of the graph, by hand in simple cases and using technology for more complicated cases.
e. Graph exponential and logarithmic functions, showing intercepts and end behavior, and trigonometric functions, showing period, midline, and amplitude.
FIF.8.B Write a function defined by an expression in different but equivalent forms to reveal and explain different properties of the function.
b. Use the properties of exponents to interpret expressions for exponential functions. For example, identify percent rate of change in functions such as y = (1.02)t, y = (0.97)t, y = (1.01)12t, y = (1.2)t/10, and classify them as representing exponential growth or decay.
Objectives
Students will be able to:Learning Activities
The learning activities are outlined in this lab information sheet. This includes day by day instructions for the lesson.Integration of App/Tool
Students will use DataAnlaysis to document their bacterial growth data and then display a mathematical graph to derive future predictions about bacteria populations. The graph will also be saved as a data supplement for their presentation. Using EduCreations students will develop a multimedia presentation in lieu of a traditional scientific lab report. These presentations will be embedded on the classroom wiki for peer evaluation.Collaboration
Students will work in heterogeneous collaborative groups to conduct the lab, create mathematical model and a multimedia presentation. Peer review of projects encourages classroom wide collaboration.ISTE NETS-T
Assessment
The assessment will be the collaborative groups multimedia presentation and the following details the project:The assessment will be graded based on the following rubric:
Materials/Resources
Per collaborative group:Value Beyond the Classroom
Lesson Development Resources/Citations
Math Standards: http://www.corestandards.org/assets/CCSSI_Math%20Standards.pdfScience Standards: http://www.ncpublicschools.org/acre/standards/new-standards/